Travelling from Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) to Rajiv Gandhi International Airport (HYD): what you need to know
Hyderabad's timezone is UTC+5:30, which makes Hyderabad two hours 30 minutes ahead of Istanbul.
To ensure you catch your IST to HYD flight, allow plenty of time to check in and drop off your luggage. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
You'll likely experience longer lines during popular months such as April. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for domestic departures will help ensure a smooth travel experience.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Rajiv Gandhi International Airport. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or perhaps explore a new destination along the way. Check out these options between IST and HYD:
Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport
Hamad International Airport
Dubai Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) to Rajiv Gandhi International Airport (HYD)
Rs46,917 is the best price for a one-way Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Rajiv Gandhi International Airport flight. Return flights start from Rs94,659. These fares may change depending on demand and availability.
Don't leave everything to the last minute. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from IST to HYD if you book early. Airlines often have some great early bird rates.
Finding cheap flights from Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Rajiv Gandhi International Airport is easier if you can be flexible with your travel plans. Use the 'Whole month' search function to see the best prices across every month and bag a great deal.
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Handy information about Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)
Istanbul Ataturk Airport is around 48 kilometres from central Istanbul. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take you 50 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
You can expect a trip time of roughly 1 hour 45 minutes on public transport.
Catching an early flight from Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Rajiv Gandhi International Airport? Avoid rushing to the airport (and catch some extra z's) by choosing one of these stays close to IST:
Arriving at Rajiv Gandhi International Airport (HYD)
If you're landing on a late Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Rajiv Gandhi International Airport flight, nothing beats the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be resting shortly after at one of these options near HYD:
Line up a Rajiv Gandhi International Airport rental car from top outlets like Europcar or Avis. With your own set of wheels, you can go beyond Hyderabad and check out places that don't make every guidebook.
To secure the lowest price, book your vehicle from Rajiv Gandhi International Airport about three weeks before you set off.
Getting from Rajiv Gandhi International Airport (HYD) to central Hyderabad
Rajiv Gandhi International Airport is roughly 32 kilometres from the centre of Hyderabad. Driving there takes about 45 minutes.
If you're travelling by public transport, expect a journey of around 1 hour 50 minutes.
When to fly to Rajiv Gandhi International Airport (HYD)
July is the most popular month for flights from Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Rajiv Gandhi International Airport. To avoid the crowds, visit Hyderabad in April.
Lock in your flight from Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Rajiv Gandhi International Airport for May if you want to visit Hyderabad during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 26ºC and 40ºC.
December has average temperatures of between 15ºC and 29ºC. Look for cheap tickets from IST to HYD around that time if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
Explore more of India
Nagpur is just one of the many places in India waiting to be explored once you've seen the sights of Hyderabad. Around 418 kilometres away to the north, top sights here include Ambazari Lake and Garden, Raman Science Centre and Walkers Street Seminary Hills.
Around 483 kilometres north-east of Hyderabad, Nowrangapur is another essential stop in India. Start your sightseeing at Hospital Church, Jai Hanuman Statue and Sri Satya Sai Mandir.